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Why join Theta Chi?
Our Motto: Theta Chi's motto "The Assisting Hand" signifies the importance we place on helping the community. Theta Chi is the only national fraternity whose motto deals with giving
Our Maxim: Theta Chi's maxim "Alma matter first, and Theta Chi for Alma Matter" means that our brothers are involved in campus activities and do well academically
Leadership Opportunities: Theta Chi Fraternity offers many leadership opportunities that will help you develop skills that will be useful for the rest of your life.
Scholarship Programming: As brothers, we help each other succeed in the classroom. We have programs that help those who are struggling and reward those who are doing well.
Our Alumni: Our alumni are very active in the chapter providing us with with many resources and opportunities. They also manage the house and make upgrades and repairs that are needed.
The New Member Program: We take pride in our new member program. You will learn everything there is to know about Theta Chi including our history, founding principles, and chapter operations.
Life Long Brothers: The friendships that you form here at Theta Chi will last a lifetime!
As a member, you'll be a part of almost 150 years of tradition. You'll be given the opportunity to live in a single in the Theta Chi chapter house. You'll be able to participate in the countless social functions and philanthropy events that Theta Chi organizes, often in cooperation with sororities. You'll make life-long friends and meet Theta Chi alumni, who are often an excellent resource for employment following your college years. Theta Chi enriches the college experience in every way possible.
If you are interested in joining a fraternity of men, please stop by the chapter house or approach us on campus, as many of us wear letters often.
You can also reach any one of the brothers by visiting our contact page.
We make it our main priority to select the finest men to learn and uphold the values and principles that Theta Chi has taught us. We are always interested in finding men who embody these principles and are looking forward to hearing from YOU.
Spring 2009 Rush Information will be up as soon as it is available.
The Objectives of Theta Chi
Our Objectives present our goals as a Fraternity, define and explain the relationship of Theta Chi to other organizations, and set forth expectations for undergraduate and alumnus members and chapters. The preamble clearly states the purpose and mission of the Objectives and the importance which we in Theta Chi attach to the Objectives.
To make Theta Chi Fraternity a positive force for constructive and continued development of the highest type of citizens among its members and to perpetuate the fundamentals of the Fraternity, the following Theta Chi Objectives are established for the attainment by the individual members and the various Chapters.
1. The Fraternity.
To recognize that the Fraternity, ever an independent institution, is a valuable part of higher education, cooperating at all times with the college or university with which it is associated; to make the Chapter serve as a campus home to the members, while they are undergraduates and when, as alumni, they return to campus for visits; to render a definite service as a means of helping undergraduates to develop and mature; to provide experience in making and enforcing regulations for mutual forbearance and cooperation while living together, in selecting leaders, and in participating in other democratic processes, as excellent preparation for life after graduation; and to provide the opportunity for making life long friendships, which is one of the most valuable assets in college life.
2. Obligations.
To impress upon each member an appreciation of the fact that the privileges and honors of brotherhood in Theta Chi carry with them obligations and duties to be properly performed, and to inspire in all members a sense of responsibility which will serve them well in their involvement in family, civic, and community life following graduation.
3. Code of Conduct.
To develop a definite practical code of conduct for Fraternity members which will reflect the ideals of our founders, and by compliance with the code our members will set an example of true gentlemanly conduct that will be recognized in the campus and community. The code will include absolute honesty in our interaction with others, respect for all persons and property, a responsible attitude in the conduct of all individual and Chapter events, a commitment of service to the campus and community, and assistance to those less fortunate.
4. Chapter House.
For those Chapters with houses, to establish the house as a Fraternity home for undergraduate members, alumni, and guests. The appearance and upkeep of the house and the property are critically important to the image of the Chapter and are key factors in the evaluation of the Chapter by the campus and local community. All members should be involved in the maintenance and cleaning of the house.
5. Chapter Government.
To establish in Chapter operations and government the principles of democracy, to encourage involvement and participation by all members, to develop appropriate risk management and disciplinary standards and to administer the operations of the Chapter in an efficient and businesslike manner.
6. College Cooperation.
To communicate and work closely with representatives of the college or university, recognizing that our maxim, "Alma Mater First, and Theta Chi for Alma Mater" emphasizes the significance and importance of the host institution in Theta Chi Fraternity for each of our Chapters. This cooperation includes regular meetings with the Greek advisor or other administrators, and working to assist the college or university in maintaining and enhancing relations with the Chapter, the Greek system, and other student organizations.
7. New Member Standards.
To base the standards for the selection of new members on character, the qualities reflected in our Creed and our Ritual, and potential for development as an active and involved Brother in Theta Chi Fraternity. The new member education program must also reflect those qualities, and positive and constructive methods are utilized in teaching, instructing, and leading our new members. In keeping with this spirit, Brothers of Theta Chi Fraternity shall not tolerate hazing.
8. Scholarship.
To strive to maintain a Chapter grade point average which is above the All Men's Average on campus and to provide all undergraduate members with support, encouragement, and recognition for academic excellence. If the Chapter has a house or other facility, to provide an area equipped for study and an atmosphere which encourages academic achievement, with quiet hours, a tutor system, reference books and materials, and other forms of assistance. To identify a Faculty Advisor and to have that person work with members on a regular basis.
9. Activities.
To encourage all members to involve themselves in campus activities and local/national organizations. This enhances the leadership skills of members and emphasizes our mission on campus to serve alma mater and community.
10. Library.
To develop a library for use by members which includes reference and resource materials, supplementary volumes for textbooks and the great works of literature as well as current news, special interest magazines and periodicals, and electronic media, as appropriate.
11. Alumni and Chapter Advisory Board.
To enhance alumni relations, chapters should sponsor regular events for alumni and produce and distribute, with the assistance of alumni, a periodic newsletter. To have an active Chapter Advisory Board to assist and advise undergraduate members regarding Chapter operations and planning.
12. Chapter Meetings.
To conduct meetings in an efficient and expeditious manner, while allowing for the intelligent interchange of opinions and ideas and encouraging the participation of all members. Chapter meetings should also be a time for reflection upon the Chapter and the Fraternity and all members should have the opportunity to voice their feelings at the end of the meeting. Formal meetings of the Chapter should be conducted regularly according to Ritual guidelines. Public and Private Ritual ceremonies should always be conducted with reverence and dignity.
13. Interfraternity Council (IFC).
To take an active and energetic role in the campus interfraternity council through regular representations at all meetings, holding offices, and providing leadership through participation in and support of interfraternity events and activities. The interfraternity council can have an extremely positive impact upon the campus and community and Theta Chi Fraternity has an obligation to provide support and leadership for the IFC. Chapters must also strive to uphold all interfraternity council policies and regulations, supporting the larger brotherhood of all chapters on campus.
14. Interchapter and Intrafraternity Relations.
To develop and encourage positive relationships with other Chapters and colonies through retreats, meetings, regional activities and visits and attendance at other key Theta Chi and Greek functions. To be represented by a delegation of members who participate fully at all national and regional events.
15. Guest Night.
To designate a periodic guest night, at which a member of the faculty or administrative staff, an undergraduate leader, or a citizen of the community will present a brief talk to the members on an appropriate topic.
16. Parents and Family.
To invoke and encourage involvement in the Chapter by the families of all members. This can be accomplished through clubs for mothers, fathers, or other family members by scheduling special events and by sending a newsletter or the Chapter newsletter to all parents/guardians.
17. Chapter Endowment Fund.
To create an alumni administered endowment fund for use in emergency situations and for loans to deserving undergraduate members.
18. Chapter Financial Operations.
To operate the Chapter on a sound financial basis with timely payment of bills, collections of fees, dues, and receivables and a balanced budget. To establish and maintain a good credit rating for the Chapter by prompt payment of all bills or scheduled payments. It is understood that the International Fraternity is not responsible for debts incurred by an undergraduate Chapter.
19. House Ownership.
In recognition of the important role that a house, lodge, residence hall floor, or other central living or meeting place may play in the development of a Chapter, all Chapters without a house or other designated meeting place are encouraged to identify a safe and appropriate property or place for that purpose.
20. Internal Cooperation.
To maintain a high degree of cooperation and communication with the Grand Chapter, the International Headquarters, the Regional Staff, and other members of the Official Family of Theta Chi Fraternity and to regularly attend educational and other events sponsored by Theta Chi.
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